Department of Parks
29th Annual Constitution Square Festival Set For Sept. 14-16 at Danville

DANVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky history, juried arts and crafts, music and lots of local color are on tap once again for the 29th annual Constitution Square Festival in the heart of historic downtown Danville.

The Festival, a Kentucky Tourism Council Top 10 Designated Event, will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Sept. 14-16.  This award winning celebration of Kentucky origins takes place at Constitution Square State Historic Site, the very grounds of the actual events surrounding the drafting and signing of Kentucky’s Constitution in 1792.

Join us for the 20^th anniversary of the “Rally on the Square” on Friday, Sept. 14 from 3-7 p.m. The Festival will serve as the backdrop for old-fashion political speeches by candidates for governor and other state offices. 

Look for strolling musicians, pioneer living history encampments and craft demonstrations.  Listen for the sounds of dulcimers, guitars, fiddles and singing, as continuous entertainment is provided throughout the three-day festival.  If you like country, folk, gospel, bluegrass, swing, jazz, blues, bag pipes or toe tapping tunes, the Festival will be music to your ears.

And you’ll want to “shop ‘til you drop” at the 80 fine arts and craft booths that are the core of the Festival.  Considered by many to be one of the top craft shows in Kentucky,   this festival offers everything from the traditional (quilts, baskets and pottery) to the more contemporary (sculpture, jewelry and blown glass).  In addition, you will find beautifully designed stained glass creations, antiques, Shaker reproductions, pressed flowers, birdhouses, painted gourds, stone creations, clothing plus visual arts, foods, books, music and wood products.

The kids will enjoy the activities scheduled just for them.  Adopt a pet from the local Humane Society, feed and pet animals, face painting, sand art, dip your hands in wax and a potter will attract kids of all ages.  Round out your day with a carriage ride through historic downtown Danville or tour Dr. Ephraim McDowell's historic house, Wilderness Trace Art Gallery or the local historical society museum and shop at Vic’s Antiques.  Before or after you experience the Festival; don’t forget the great food and drinks offered by local civic groups.  You might even want to participate in the 5K Run on Sunday afternoon.  Best of all, there is no admission charge to attend the Festival!

The festival is open Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mark your calendars for Sept. 14-16 and prepare to step back in time at the Constitution Square Festival in historic downtown Danville.  Follow Highway 27 South 30 miles from Lexington or take I-64 East from Louisville to 127 South, 8l miles to Danville.  For more information, call 859-239-7089 or visit our website at www.danvillekentucky.com or www.parks.ky.gov                  

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The Kentucky State Park System is composed of 53 state parks plus an interstate park shared with Virginia. The Department of Parks, an agency of the Commerce Cabinet, operates 17 resort parks with lodges -- more than any other state. Each year, Kentucky parks draw 7 million visitors and contribute $317 million to the economy. For more information on Kentucky parks, visit our Web site at http://www.parks.ky.gov